Imagine visiting the same islands Charles Darwin did on your very own private catamaran. You don’t have to imagine it, because we’ve created it for you. Celebrity Xploration® is a 16-passenger intimate journey that’s perfect for family get-togethers, getaways with friends, or small groups who want to explore together. Designed for off the beaten path discovery, you’ll discover hidden gems like Los Lobos (named for sea lions) and Kicker Rock (the very icon of the Galápagos). Of course, a luxury venture wouldn’t be complete without a cozy stateroom, with a window or veranda offering a personal view of the amazing archipelago; a personal refrigerator stocked with beverages of your choice; room service; complimentary snorkelling equipment and wet suits; and more.
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Saturday, 12/27/25
About Baltra Galapagos
Baltra Island, also know as South Seymour, is typically the first place where tourists set foot, as the main Galapagos airport is located here. Dry and flat, it is ideal for this purpose but lacks other real draws for visitors. During World War II, the United States used the island as an Air Force base, primarily for protecting the Panama Canal.
Though Galapagos land animals are sparse, the grasslands of Baltra do provide habitat for several species of birds, from small ground finches and noddy terns to large brown pelicans and the prehistoric black frigate. Sea lions also can be spotted on occasion.
Bartolome Island is famous for Pinnacle Rock, a towering spearheaded obelisk that rises from the ocean’s edge and is the best known landmark in the Galapagos. Galapagos penguins—the only species of penguin found north of the equator—walk precariously along narrow volcanic ledges at its base. Sea lions snooze on rocky platforms, ready to slide into the water to play with passing snorkelers. Just below the surface, shoals of tropical fish dodge in and out of the rocks past urchins, sea stars and anemones.
The variety of volcanic formations found here give this small, barren island a moon-like appearance. A hike over the island's lava tubes and tuff cones leads to a spectacular view of Pinnacle Rock, where sea lions and penguins are often seen cavorting in the waters.
Isabela Island is the largest of the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. Tagus Cove (Caleta Tagus) is a protected cove sheltered by the shoulders of two volcanic craters.
Stretching 80 miles in length, this island is the largest in the Galapagos and a favorite site of the early pirates and whalers. Famous for the high cliffs which enclose the protected bay, a visit here will give you the opportunity to view a salt water lagoon and the lava fields of Darwin Volcano.
Isabela Island is the largest of the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. Tagus Cove (Caleta Tagus) is a protected cove sheltered by the shoulders of two volcanic craters.
A visit to Puerto Egas begins with a wet landing on the dark sand beaches of James Bay. The visit begins with a walk along the rocky coast giving visitors the opportunity to view some of the Galapagos Island's best tide pools. Sponges, snails, hermit crabs, barnacles and fish including the endemic four-eyed blenny can be seen. The walk also presents visitors with a variety of shore birds, marine iguanas, sally light foot crabs and sea lions.
Playa Espumilla is located on the northwestern side of Santiago Island and is home to a variety of wildlife including nesting green sea turtles, and plentiful birds such as flamingos, White-cheeked Pintails, Yellow Warblers, Galapagos Hawks, Whimbrels, and American Oystercatchers.
The hub of most activity in the Galapagos, Puerto Ayora is a charming port town where sea, sun, seabirds and sailboats coexist in happy equilibrium. On the town’s outskirts, you will also find the headquarters to the world-renown Charles Darwin Research Station.
Puerto Ayora is a lively seaside town offering international cuisine, oceanfront hotels, outdoor bars, scuba diving schools and an avenue of boutiques with everything from tie-dyed sarongs to Panama hats.
North of Baltra (South Seymour) is the small islet of North Seymour. The two islands are very similar in appearance both created from Geological Uplift and having typical arid vegetation including Prickly Pear Cacti, Palo Santos Trees and Salt Bushes. The visitor trail on North Seymour is approximately (2 km) in length crossing the inland of the island and exploring the rocky coast. Along the way the trail passes colonies of Blue-Footed Boobies and Magnificent Frigatebirds.
Baltra Island, also know as South Seymour, is typically the first place where tourists set foot, as the main Galapagos airport is located here. Dry and flat, it is ideal for this purpose but lacks other real draws for visitors. During World War II, the United States used the island as an Air Force base, primarily for protecting the Panama Canal.
Though Galapagos land animals are sparse, the grasslands of Baltra do provide habitat for several species of birds, from small ground finches and noddy terns to large brown pelicans and the prehistoric black frigate. Sea lions also can be spotted on occasion.
Imagine visiting the same islands Charles Darwin did on your very own private catamaran. You don’t have to imagine it, because we’ve created it for you. Celebrity Xploration® is a 16-passenger intimate journey that’s perfect for family get-togethers, getaways with friends, or small groups who want to explore together. Designed for off the beaten path discovery, you’ll discover hidden gems like Los Lobos (named for sea lions) and Kicker Rock (the very icon of the Galápagos). Of course, a luxury venture wouldn’t be complete without a cozy stateroom, with a window or veranda offering a personal view of the amazing archipelago; a personal refrigerator stocked with beverages of your choice; room service; complimentary snorkelling equipment and wet suits; and more.
Year Built
2016
Capacity
16
Meeting Rooms
N/A
Year Refurbished
N/A
Elevators
N/A
Casino
N/A
Registry
Ecuador
Restaurants
N/A
Disco
N/A
Tonnage
320
Bars
N/A
Fitness Center
N/A
Cabins
8
Pools
N/A
Children's Program
N/A
Handicap Cabins
N/A
Theaters
N/A
Internet Cafe
N/A
Shops
N/A
Library
N/A
Spa
N/A
Cabin Categories | Decks
Elite Oceanview
Junior Suite
Ocean View
Suite
Cabin Details
Luxury lives here. Enjoy two convertible beds and exceptional ocean views.
Kick back and relax after a day of exploration and discovery in the sitting area and watch the world go by. Each ocean view stateroom on board Celebrity includes world-class amenities that all contribute to your modern luxury experience.
Every Suite on Celebrity Xploration will Include
Two lower beds, convertible to Queen
Dual voltage 110/220 AC
Plentiful storage space in on-suite bathroom & wardrobe
Flat screen TV’s
Direct-dial telephone
Individual safe
Desk
Thermostat-controlled air conditioning
Private refrigerator stocked with choice of beverages
Wi-Fi (available in public areas)
Room service (breakfast, lunch & dinner upon request)
Luggage delivery at boarding
Duvet cover
Pillow menu
300 thread count, 100% Egyptian cotton linens
Hair dryer
Complimentary use of premium bathrobes
Complimentary beach towel service
Binoculars for use
Luxury lives here. Enjoy two convertible beds and exceptional ocean views.
Kick back and relax after a day of exploration and discovery in the sitting area and watch the world go by. Each ocean view stateroom on board Celebrity includes world-class amenities that all contribute to your modern luxury experience.
Every Suite on Celebrity Xploration will Include
Two lower beds, convertible to Queen
Dual voltage 110/220 AC
Plentiful storage space in on-suite bathroom & wardrobe
Flat screen TV’s
Direct-dial telephone
Individual safe
Desk
Thermostat-controlled air conditioning
Private refrigerator stocked with choice of beverages
Wi-Fi (available in public areas)
Room service (breakfast, lunch & dinner upon request)
Luggage delivery at boarding
Duvet cover
Pillow menu
300 thread count, 100% Egyptian cotton linens
Hair dryer
Complimentary use of premium bathrobes
Complimentary beach towel service
Binoculars for use
Soak in sunsets on the equator from your private veranda in these elevated accommodations.
Soak up the suite experience with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors that brings the stunning natural beauty of the Galapagos right to your doorstep. The Junior Suite creates a welcome retreat from a day of immersive Galapagos exploration.
Every Suite on Celebrity Xploration will Include
Two lower beds, convertible to Queen
Dual voltage 110/220 AC
Plentiful storage space in on-suite bathroom & wardrobe
Flat screen TV’s
Direct-dial telephone
Individual safe
Desk
Thermostat-controlled air conditioning
Private refrigerator stocked with choice of beverages
Wi-Fi (available in public areas)
Room service (breakfast, lunch & dinner upon request)
Luggage delivery at boarding
Duvet cover
Pillow menu
300 thread count, 100% Egyptian cotton linens
Hair dryer
Complimentary use of premium bathrobes
Complimentary beach towel service
Binoculars for use
Ocean View
Suite
Sun Deck
Upper Deck
Main Deck
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Departure Port:
Baltra Galapagos
Sailing Date:
Saturday, 12/27/25
Return Date:
Saturday, 01/03/26
Nights:
7
Ship:
Celebrity Xploration
Cruise Line:
Celebrity Cruises - Ocean
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The variety of volcanic formations found here give this small, barren island a moon-like appearance. A hike over the island's lava tubes and tuff cones leads to a spectacular view of Pinnacle Rock, where sea lions and penguins are often seen cavorting in the waters. 
Stretching 80 miles in length, this island is the largest in the Galapagos and a favorite site of the early pirates and whalers. Famous for the high cliffs which enclose the protected bay, a visit here will give you the opportunity to view a salt water lagoon and the lava fields of Darwin Volcano. 
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